by: Omar Kelly April 14th, 2010 | 1:38 PM For argument sake, if we don’t factor in character concerns, newly acquired Miami Dolphins receiver Brandon Marshall is without a doubt one of the NFL’s top three receivers.The only receivers we should all agree goes ahead of him on the hierarchy of NFL wide receivers are Arizona’s Larry Fitzgerald and Houston’s Andre Johnson, two receivers who possess the size and speed mold the Dolphins work off.Marshall’s big, he’s fast, he’s athletic, he slips tackles, and he’s in his prime.On paper, Brandon Marshall is everything the Dolphins and their fan base wanted, and have long sought.He’s the “Alpha Dog” offensive coordinator Dan Henning said he’d need to tolerate a diva. That’s why Marshall’s new home and team resides in South Florida.But when you add the character concerns, arrest history, battles with maturity….it would be irresponsible NOT TO ASK if Marshall’s worth the two second-round picks the Dolphins gave up to get him, and the lofty $10 million per year salary they’ll be paying him?

His best friend apparently is Sims-Walker from Jacksonville...He's out of strikes so this is really the stop if he wants to be a perennial player

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 12:43 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Brandon certainly comes with baggage, but you can make a case for him being a top 5 WR in the league. He is that red zone, YAC guy, big WR that Miami so desperately needed.

Anybody trying to justify Miami being fine at WR when over the last 2 years the group has produced 5 TD in 2008 & 5 TD in 2009 is way off base.

He in his prime at 26 years old and he is a proven commodity.

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 12:44 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

That the 64 thousand (in this case 47 million) dollar question. If he plays anywhere near or better than the level he was at in Denver, then absolutely. If he takes it easy now that he got his payday or continues to act out in the off-season, then no. I will say I feel a little better about the odds since we have Nolan as a coach. He saw first-hand what went on in Denver and if he is worth the gamble or not.

Wed Apr 14, 2010 12:45 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Going by last season HELL YEAH he is worth it......I mean he made Orton look like a hig rated (qb) last season till they fell off at the end but he still had a good year better than what we have had at (wr) last year and the year before that. I think instint up grade at not just (wr) but O as well now we have a real threat at (wr) with the fact that we had very good short yard (wr) in D.Best and Hartline and if we keep Ginn still have that deep threat dont know if he will catch it tho lol this even up are running game no more 9-10 man in the box on us.....So run Ronnie,Ricky,and who else we put back there..........OOO HAPPY DAYYS

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 1:07 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

absolutely worth the cost. Especially if Miami trades down and gets a 2nd round pick back in return.

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 1:14 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

man i have a chubby that won't go away.loli am stoked. this is the best thing iv'e heard in a long time. i think sense i first got wind about parcells coming to miami this is right there with that. as soon as the jerseys hit the shelf i will have 1. man i am stoked thats all i can say right now . i will talk about it more later when i settle down.lol MARSHALL

Wed Apr 14, 2010 1:25 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

We are by far better with him than without him... Hands down was an awesome trade and even better signing for the next five years. I believe we can get back at least one if not both of our #2's. Then tell me if he's not worth it... I have kept my mouth shut but have read all the posts about our FO. I think it's time for all the second guessers to now shut the heck up. Patience is a virtue. Great Job... Instant improvement by far. Now let's go draft us some Defensive Studs.

Wed Apr 14, 2010 1:33 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Worth the cost objectively? Who knows. Some would argue all of these players are overpaid.

But for the Dolphins, absolutely it's worth the cost. On one hand you can argue for the need that was addressed at the position, and the fact that the Dolphins just gave the highest contract for a WR to a guy that statistically deserves every penny. Another way to look at it is to see how much money the Dolphins have wasted on guys like Wilford and Wilson. The FO was in a position with those players where they had to overpay because they were the best options in a thin FA market. Everyone over pays in FA, so it becomes about value, and the Dolphins will get huge returns from this signing.

As for the character concerns, that stuff is so over-played when it comes to the locker room. I'm not excusing Marshall for beating his gf or whatever it was, but the idea that one player can ruin a locker room of 50+ players is ridiculous. These gusy deal with distractions like any other person ona n every day basis, they are not going to crumble if Brandon Marshall starts running his mouth.

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 1:40 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

If he stays in check, and stays out of trouble, this was a STEAL. An absolute steal.

Wed Apr 14, 2010 1:41 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Holmes who........oh yeah he plays for the well at least for 1 season lol

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 1:44 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Phins Rock wrote:

If he stays in check, and stays out of trouble, this was a STEAL. An absolute steal.

Weren't you absolutely blasting the idea of Marshall like a week ago?

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 1:46 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

fonzy wrote:

Phins Rock wrote:

If he stays in check, and stays out of trouble, this was a STEAL. An absolute steal.

Weren't you absolutely blasting the idea of Marshall like a week ago?

Yes. And in about a week when the excitment starts to boil over, I'll probably start a thread about how bad a move this was. Lol. But for right now, this is the guy we got, and I'm pumped!!!

I think we have solved his on the field (locker room) troubles... Here is a nice snippet of info...

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Last summer, Marshall was suspended by the team for throwing a tantrum at practice during training camp. The source of his frustration was twofold: he was upset with the team's medical staff for misdiagnosing a hip injury that required offseason surgery and he was displeased with his contract.

Despite those difficulties, Marshall caught 101 passes for 1,120 yards and 10 touchdowns last season, including an NFL-record 21 in a loss at Indianapolis. He has 327 career receptions for 4,019 yards and 25 touchdowns in four seasons, all in Denver, which drafted him out of Central Florida with a fourth-round pick in 2006.

Misdiagnosed, and underpaid yet still has an incredible year...

I think McDaniels is a bit of an egomaniac, who did he learn under?? Oh yeah, thats right....

So getting the "locker room cancer" question out of the way. The next one is his off the field antics...

And with that we can only hope...

Phins Rock wrote:

Yes. And in about a week when the excitment starts to boil over, I'll probably start a thread about how bad a move this was. Lol. But for right now, this is the guy we got, and I'm pumped!!!

Yeah, I can find issues with everything... But this is a huge move that has the potential to put us at a whole new level of play...

Lets face it, there isnt even a close comparison to Marshall in the draft or FA, he is surely a top 5, maybe even 3 WR in the NFL...

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 2:16 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Phins Rock wrote:

fonzy wrote:

Phins Rock wrote:

If he stays in check, and stays out of trouble, this was a STEAL. An absolute steal.

Weren't you absolutely blasting the idea of Marshall like a week ago?

Yes. And in about a week when the excitment starts to boil over, I'll probably start a thread about how bad a move this was. Lol. But for right now, this is the guy we got, and I'm pumped!!!

wow......the Fins have a true #1 WR on the roster......no doubt about it....loved the video!

Today is a good day.

Wed Apr 14, 2010 2:25 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

10acjed wrote:

I think we have solved his on the field (locker room) troubles... Here is a nice snippet of info...

Quote:

Last summer, Marshall was suspended by the team for throwing a tantrum at practice during training camp. The source of his frustration was twofold: he was upset with the team's medical staff for misdiagnosing a hip injury that required offseason surgery and he was displeased with his contract.

Despite those difficulties, Marshall caught 101 passes for 1,120 yards and 10 touchdowns last season, including an NFL-record 21 in a loss at Indianapolis. He has 327 career receptions for 4,019 yards and 25 touchdowns in four seasons, all in Denver, which drafted him out of Central Florida with a fourth-round pick in 2006.

Misdiagnosed, and underpaid yet still has an incredible year...

I think McDaniels is a bit of an egomaniac, who did he learn under?? Oh yeah, thats right....

So getting the "locker room cancer" question out of the way. The next one is his off the field antics...

And with that we can only hope...

Phins Rock wrote:

Yes. And in about a week when the excitment starts to boil over, I'll probably start a thread about how bad a move this was. Lol. But for right now, this is the guy we got, and I'm pumped!!!

Yeah, I can find issues with everything... But this is a huge move that has the potential to put us at a whole new level of play...

Lets face it, there isnt even a close comparison to Marshall in the draft or FA, he is surely a top 5, maybe even 3 WR in the NFL...

Top three in my book, right after Johnson and Fitz

Wed Apr 14, 2010 2:39 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Lol, I appreciate that honesty Phins Rock. I know I've been there many times. Crazy how us fans are forced to re-think our opinions in order to be excited about our team. In the end we will all be upset if he acts out and causes problems, but I expect this front office thought long and hard before signing him. I'm wondering if they reached outto anyone close to Marshall to get a better read on him.

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Phins Rock ≠ Objectivity

Never has.

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 3:04 pm

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fonzy wrote:

Lol, I appreciate that honesty Phins Rock. I know I've been there many times. Crazy how us fans are forced to re-think our opinions in order to be excited about our team. In the end we will all be upset if he acts out and causes problems, but I expect this front office thought long and hard before signing him. I'm wondering if they reached outto anyone close to Marshall to get a better read on him.

I don't like BM as a person..., but Nolan obviously saw soemthing in him to endorse the trade..., McDaniel is a punk too, I think we grossly underpaid..., had we given a first I would be upset..., Seatlle would have had BM but the went squirrely for Whitehurst..., and coughed up a sec like 40th overall...! 40th overall and a third in 2010 would have gone a long way to securing BM... We underpaid and screw the Jets...

Wed Apr 14, 2010 3:11 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Well, i would have traded away a 1st, and cut Ginn. But it looks like Miami is shopping Ginn for a pick, and they only gave up a 2nd (and one next year) for Marshall...so Miami is certainly way on top in my mind, regardless of the contract they gave him.

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 3:18 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

I like the acquisition but i personally am not too fond of the price. i could live w/ one second rounder, preferably next year's, but this year's draft is particularly deep and that 43rd overall pick may have yielded first round talent. With marshall lining up at WR, i think it would help ted ginn be more productive as a #2 receiver and hence open up the ground game for the R&R express, but that pipe dream may never see daylight as the trifecta is actively trying to move ginn and are open to moving ronnie and may just have to in order to recoup that second rounder. Ideally i'd like to keep ted and ronnie and move back to about 19 or 20 and recoup that second rounder and pick up some more defensive help and maybe a reliable TE. then we'll be crapping in tall cotton

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 3:23 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

not into "tweets" or "twits" or whatever...

But Ricky is:

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Ricky Williams, Dolphins running back:

"What a great way 2 start my day! We got Brandon! It's gonna b hard to stack the line of scrimmage. Ronnie & I r the happiest people on Earth"

"Buuuuttt....now I have a reality check as I walk in to workout! Ugghhh!...Come on Brandon, come join us for these workouts!"

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Well, i would have traded away a 1st, and cut Ginn. But it looks like Miami is shopping Ginn for a pick, and they only gave up a 2nd (and one next year) for Marshall...so Miami is certainly way on top in my mind, regardless of the contract they gave him.

I don't want to turn this into the Ginn debate all over again, but I think now more than ever we have to KEEP Ginn. He no longer will face pressure to be the go-to guy in clutch situations. The coaches can play to his strengths on every play and with Marshall attracting the opposing team's best CB and double teams on occasion, Ginn's speed will be more of an asset.

We can let him be akick off return guy full tiem without worrying about not having him on passing downs right after etc. No more "Ginn isn't a no. 1" talk, because he doesnt have to be. No more worrying about how high he was drafted or any of that, we can just sit back and watch his skills complement the physical abilities of Brandon Marshall.

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 3:31 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

dude i feel like a kid that got everything he wanted including a flying space car. 12 *(Mod edit) and enough beer to last me for the rest of my life. Im so happy right now i dont know what to do wit h myself. This is awesome. We needed a great wide out and we get one of the best in the league. FREAKIN AMAZING!!!!! I love this move.

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 3:36 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

fonzy wrote:

Iowafin wrote:

Well, i would have traded away a 1st, and cut Ginn. But it looks like Miami is shopping Ginn for a pick, and they only gave up a 2nd (and one next year) for Marshall...so Miami is certainly way on top in my mind, regardless of the contract they gave him.

I don't want to turn this into the Ginn debate all over again, but I think now more than ever we have to KEEP Ginn. He no longer will face pressure to be the go-to guy in clutch situations. The coaches can play to his strengths on every play and with Marshall attracting the opposing team's best CB and double teams on occasion, Ginn's speed will be more of an asset.

We can let him be akick off return guy full tiem without worrying about not having him on passing downs right after etc. No more "Ginn isn't a no. 1" talk, because he doesnt have to be. No more worrying about how high he was drafted or any of that, we can just sit back and watch his skills complement the physical abilities of Brandon Marshall.

He can't catch. What's it matter who is covering him.

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 3:39 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Without a doubt, I'm onboard with BM being worth the cost!! This is of course all premature, but from his numbers and his ability, I'm gonna say YESSSSSSS!!! I am too extremely excited and happy about todays events!! Go Dolphins!

Wed Apr 14, 2010 4:31 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Iowafin wrote:

fonzy wrote:

Iowafin wrote:

Well, i would have traded away a 1st, and cut Ginn. But it looks like Miami is shopping Ginn for a pick, and they only gave up a 2nd (and one next year) for Marshall...so Miami is certainly way on top in my mind, regardless of the contract they gave him.

I don't want to turn this into the Ginn debate all over again, but I think now more than ever we have to KEEP Ginn. He no longer will face pressure to be the go-to guy in clutch situations. The coaches can play to his strengths on every play and with Marshall attracting the opposing team's best CB and double teams on occasion, Ginn's speed will be more of an asset.

We can let him be akick off return guy full tiem without worrying about not having him on passing downs right after etc. No more "Ginn isn't a no. 1" talk, because he doesnt have to be. No more worrying about how high he was drafted or any of that, we can just sit back and watch his skills complement the physical abilities of Brandon Marshall.

He can't catch. What's it matter who is covering him.

Point taken. Can't really argue with that, I have many of his drops from last season burned in my memory, lol. However, his speed is such a factor that when he does catch it, he can make some big plays. The FO should sign him to a much cheaper contract and he could stay around.

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 5:13 pm

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fonzy wrote:

Point taken. Can't really argue with that, I have many of his drops from last season burned in my memory, lol. However, his speed is such a factor that when he does catch it, he can make some big plays. The FO should sign him to a much cheaper contract and he could stay around.

Yes, if he were cheaper it'd be more tempting to keep him around for his speed. It's just at some point you have to cut your losses, and develop someone with more promise (Patrick Turner?)

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Wed Apr 14, 2010 5:17 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Iowafin wrote:

fonzy wrote:

Point taken. Can't really argue with that, I have many of his drops from last season burned in my memory, lol. However, his speed is such a factor that when he does catch it, he can make some big plays. The FO should sign him to a much cheaper contract and he could stay around.

Yes, if he were cheaper it'd be more tempting to keep him around for his speed. It's just at some point you have to cut your losses, and develop someone with more promise (Patrick Turner?)

It's an uncapped year...who cares how much he costs?

Wed Apr 14, 2010 5:22 pm

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Phins Rock wrote:

Iowafin wrote:

fonzy wrote:

Point taken. Can't really argue with that, I have many of his drops from last season burned in my memory, lol. However, his speed is such a factor that when he does catch it, he can make some big plays. The FO should sign him to a much cheaper contract and he could stay around.

Yes, if he were cheaper it'd be more tempting to keep him around for his speed. It's just at some point you have to cut your losses, and develop someone with more promise (Patrick Turner?)

Love those 'one handed cathes' Honestly they couldn't use spell check before posting this video?Great video of his highlights though, thanks for posting.

Wed Apr 14, 2010 5:58 pm

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Rich wrote:

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Dansby 23 mil guaranteed. Marshall 24.

You should pay more attention in language arts class. The way you phrased your sentence using the word "just" was misleading.

Yeah... for players that are WORTH IT. That will put fans in the stands.

Ginn doesn't do that.

Uncapped year or not, the owner is looking to make a profit.

Sorry. I didn't mean "just" as in "only", I meant it as just now in the past month.

I agree that those guys are worth it. But in an uncapped year, and with the way Ginn's contract is, (4th out of a 5 year deal), I would imagine they are not going to be saving a lot of money, and even if they do save 3 or 4 mil, when your team's salary is 120+, does it matter? Lol.

For the 3rd straight year....THIS is the year for Ted Ginn. Lol.

Wed Apr 14, 2010 6:12 pm

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Re: Is Brandon Marshall worth the cost?

Many things jump off the page at me when watching that video. Perhaps the most compelling though is his ability for YAC. I think we have really been missing yac from our receivers in Miami, Marshall should really help with that.